optical microscope

noun

Meaning

A scientific instrument which provides a magnified view of very small objects that are illuminated with visible light which then passes through optical lenses.

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Related words

dissecting microscope(English)light microscope(English)close-up lens(English)microscopy(English)slideglass(English)microscope(English)otomicroscope(English)stereophotomicroscope(English)

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